Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with the parent of an infant who is receiving furosemide. The nurse should reinforce with the parent that which of the following laboratory tests will be monitored while the infant is receiving this medication?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Furosemide can cause potassium loss, necessitating monitoring of serum potassium levels to prevent hypokalemia.